1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 306 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Navajo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |